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    4 hours ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa FNB South Africa Full-time

    Job Description To build, optimise and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy, under guidance against predicted results and deliver according to set processes...

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    7 hours ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Vodacom Full-time

    When it comes to putting people first, we're number 1. The number 1 Top Employer in South Africa. Certified by the Top Employer Institute 2026. Vodacom is a Leading African Mobile communication company providing wider range of communication services including mobile voice, messaging, data and converged services to over 200 million customers. From our...

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    16 hours ago


    Durbanville, Western Cape, South Africa GVW Group Full-time

    Description Data Scientist Job Description We are seeking a Data Scientist who combines strong analytical and modeling skills with hands-on AI solution development. In this role, you will build predictive models, evaluate complex datasets and design AI agents and automations that address real business problems. You will partner closely with business...

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    16 hours ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Centrax Digital UK Full-time

    Our client, a leading financial services and insurance group, is looking for a Data Scientist to apply advanced analytics, statistical modelling and machine learning to finance and actuarial data. Reporting to the Head: Centre IT, you will turn business questions into analytical problems, build and productionise models, and translate results into insight...

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    23 hours ago


    , Gauteng, South Africa Centrax Group Full-time

    Our client, a leading financial services and insurance group, is looking for a Data Scientist to apply advanced analytics, statistical modelling and machine learning to finance and actuarial data. Reporting to the Head: Centre IT, you will turn business questions into analytical problems, build and productionise models, and translate results into insight...

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    23 hours ago


    Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa Vodafone Full-time

    When it comes to putting people first, we're number 1.  The number 1 Top Employer in South Africa. Certified by the Top Employer Institute 2026.    Vodacom is a Leading African Mobile communication company providing wider range of communication services including mobile voice, messaging, data and converged services to over 200 million customers.  From...

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    23 hours ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa FirstRand Bank India Full-time

    Job Description To build, optimise and implement innovative quantitative analytical methodologies, procedures, and advanced mathematical models that provide analytical support and interpret insights, to address business opportunities and problems and implement business strategy, under guidance against predicted results and deliver according to set processes...

  • Data Scientist

    2 days ago


    Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Quiet Capital Full-time

    Yassir is the leading super App in the Maghreb region set to changing the way daily services are provided. It currently operates in 45 cities across Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia with recent expansions into France, Canada and Sub-Saharan Africa. It is backed (~$200M in funding) by VCs from Silicon Valley, Europe and other parts of the world. We offer...

  • Data Scientist

    2 days ago


    , South Africa Netcare Full-time

    We provide meaningful careers that connect people with purpose. We are united by a common purpose of providing the best and safest care; and by our shared values of Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion and Dignity. Netcare invites you to be part of our journey.ROLE SUMMARYThe Data Scientist will support the Data Science and Analytics team in creating and...

  • Data Scientist

    2 days ago


    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Communicate Recruitment Full-time

    For professionals searching for software engineering jobs, developer jobs, IT jobs, jobs in information technology, information technology jobs, jobs in IT, developer vacancies, Java developer jobs, or AI-focused opportunities, this role offers the chance to work on technology that operates at scale while continuously growing your technical and leadership...

  • Data Scientist

    2 days ago


    Eastern Cape, Eastern Cape, South Africa Bespoke Labs Full-time

    Senior Data Scientist: AI Training Data (2-4 Months Contract)Company: BespokeLabs (VC-backed; founded by IIT & Ivy League alumni)Location: RemoteRole Type: Contract (2-4 Months)Time Commitment: 40 hrs/week (Full-time availability required)Compensation: Hyper-competitive hourly rate (matching top-tier Senior Data Scientist bands) Experience: 6+ yearsAbout...

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    2 days ago


    KwaZulu-Natal, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa RecruiTech Full-time

    An exciting opportunity to join a software consulting house with over 3 decades of tech driven solutions using the latest cutting-edge technology.Reference: DUR000086-MN-1Our client is seeking a Data Scientist with a strong background in machine learning. The ideal candidate must be willing to travel to the office daily.Duties &...

  • Data Scientist

    2 days ago


    Gauteng, Gauteng, South Africa Bespoke Labs Full-time

    Senior Data Scientist: AI Training Data (2-4 Months Contract)Company: BespokeLabs (VC-backed; founded by IIT & Ivy League alumni)Location: RemoteRole Type: Contract (2-4 Months)Time Commitment: 40 hrs/week (Full-time availability required)Compensation: Hyper-competitive hourly rate (matching top-tier Senior Data Scientist bands) Experience: 6+ yearsAbout...

  • Data Scientist

    2 days ago


    Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa Ringier South Africa Full-time

    This is a remote position.Ringier Data Technology Department is looking for a Data Scientist to join our team.Our team leverages the latest models to predict financial figures or the best price for an advertisement, create user-facing chatbots and much more applications. We’re also working with cutting-edge technologies, like LLMs, trying to create...

  • Data Scientist

    2 days ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa DigiOutsource Full-time

    Kick-start your career in the online gaming world and experience the very latest in technology and innovation. Who We Are We’re Super Group, the NYSE-listed digital gaming company behind some of the world’s leading Sports and iGaming brands, including Betway and Jackpot City. We’re a powerhouse built on ecades of expertise and we’re changing the game...

  • Data Scientist

    2 days ago


    Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa Bespoke Labs Full-time

    Senior Data Scientist: AI Training Data (2-4 Months Contract)Company: BespokeLabs (VC-backed; founded by IIT & Ivy League alumni)Location: RemoteRole Type: Contract (2-4 Months)Time Commitment: 40 hrs/week (Full-time availability required)Compensation: Hyper-competitive hourly rate (matching top-tier Senior Data Scientist bands) Experience: 6+ yearsAbout...

  • Data Scientist

    2 days ago


    midrand, South Africa Network Contracting Full-time

    We partner with innovative organisations that are leveraging advanced analytics and AI to transform their businesses. We're expanding our database of Data Scientists for exciting upcoming projects across banking, insurance, retail, consulting, and telecommunications.If you're passionate about solving business problems using data, we'd like to connect with...

  • Data Scientist

    2 days ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Sabenza IT & Recruitment Full-time R 600,000 - R 800,000 Contract

    Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 01/06/2026 We are seeking a highly motivated Data Scientist with strong expertise in AWS cloud technologies, data engineering, analytics, and visualization. In this role, you will collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams to design scalable data solutions, build robust data pipelines, develop impactful...

  • Data Scientist

    2 days ago


    Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa RecruiTech Full-time R 558,000 - R 614,000 Contract

    An exciting opportunity to join a software consulting house with over 3 decades of tech driven solutions using the latest cutting-edge technology.Reference: DUR000086-MN-1Our client is seeking a Data Scientist with a strong background in machine learning. The ideal candidate must be willing to travel to the office daily.Duties &...

  • Data Scientist

    2 days ago


    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Watershed Consulting Full-time R 600,000 - R 900,000 Contract

    Job Title: Data ScientistLocation: Johannesburg, Sandton (Mandatory work from office)Duration: 6 + 6 months (renewal possible)DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Intermediate Data Scientist to develop predictive models, generate actionable insights, and solve complex business problems using data. The successful candidate will apply statistical and...

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Develop professional network with researchers and scientists Conduct quantitative research Mathematical modelling Manage open publications Evaluate research activities Perform project management Execute analytical mathematical calculations Speak different languages
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